Alayne got this photo of little Bailey down there at the base of the ramp leading up to the porch on the "people wing" of the house. He had been sitting there for about 10 minutes or so, but whenever Alayne walked down to see if he wanted a "lift" up the ramp, he'd scamper off, only to return. Yes, he seems to have fully recovered from his neck problem of a few weeks ago. He was really miffed at us for confining him to a puppy pen for days on end until his neck got better, but he's now back to cruising the yard.
It's a funny thing about this boy: Despite his obvious neurological issues with his hindquarters, he just loves to get out and about when the weather is nice, and he doesn't want any help, thank you very much. It's almost like he feels insulted that we think he may need some help.
Now, on those rare occasions when his little rear legs finally get too tired, he will accept -- but only begrudgingly -- a "lift and carry" back to the house. But he doesn't want us to tell anyone.
This was not one of those times, however, and after a while he skittered up the ramp and on to a bed on the porch.
Hi Colleen, only now (and in the previous post) I noticed that you sign with "in memory of sweet kitty Erin"... I'm so sorry! I always liked your signature and I am sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Jessica, NL | August 09, 2010 at 05:30 AM
Awwwww! It's great to see he's still independent. Gotta love the little munchkin.
Posted by: Sibesrock | August 05, 2010 at 09:23 PM
Bailey is probably miffed and more than a little worried that Little Miss Roo received way more comments on her blog debut than he did with this photo shot at the bottom of the long ramp. Don't worry Bailey, you have many fans in the blogosphere. We love you, little man!
Posted by: Carol | August 05, 2010 at 11:58 AM
Gotta love Bailey! He's so cute and an independent little guy. So happy that he's all healed up now. Go, Bailey!
Posted by: Ann | August 05, 2010 at 12:27 AM
BAILEY........................
That is just the cutest photo!
Steve, we surely won't tell little Bailey we know about the "lift and carry"
Posted by: Doe George | August 04, 2010 at 10:55 PM
Like most of your blog devotees, I immediately enlarged the picture to actually see Bailey at the end of the ramp ("EOR at RDR"). What a trooper. Good on ya Bailey. This is a poster post for disabled dogs "I can do it myself, thank you very much".
Posted by: Jane | August 04, 2010 at 10:41 PM
I wonder what Bailey is thinking. I saw this article today and would love for you to do a blog on your thoughts.
http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/21/what-s-your-pooch-thinking.html?gt1=43002
Posted by: Lynn (in Louisiana) | August 04, 2010 at 09:42 PM
I almost got eyestrain trying to make out Bailey....That might have been a "gourd" at the end of that fine looking ramp with the dachshund rails. Thrilled to hear our adorable Bailey is on the mend!
Posted by: Kathleen Rivard | August 04, 2010 at 06:17 PM
"The Little Doxie that Could!
I think I can, I think I can!!! Woo-hoo! I can, I can, I can!"
That has to be one of the sweetest pics & what a wonderful little guy to be so determined that nothing is going to hold him back.
Posted by: Colleen & In Memory of Sweet Kitty Erin | August 04, 2010 at 06:09 PM
Could it be that Bailey was trying to lure Roo out to the Forest of No Return?
Or...perhaps you guys didn't get the hint you were suppose to bring the laundry basket full of fuzzy blankets out for him to lay under the tree.
:)
Posted by: Amy A | August 04, 2010 at 11:28 AM
Bailey you are so cute!! Knew you could go up that ramp on your own..you were just waiting and until you were darn good and ready!!
Posted by: Laura, Levi & Timmy | August 04, 2010 at 10:06 AM
This is the ramp to the "people wing?" I think the take-over is complete.
Good for you, Bailey, for being so independent. We won't tell anyone about the occassional lift and carry.
Posted by: Linda | August 04, 2010 at 10:01 AM
What a great perspective! Life from the short POV.
Posted by: Janet in Cambridge | August 04, 2010 at 09:48 AM
PS, nice view of the Doxie Rails Jim D. installed on the ramp. Good example of who needs them ;). Anne
Posted by: Anne in Florida | August 04, 2010 at 09:47 AM
Oh that tiny little face at the end of the ramp...how cute!! I'd want to go give him a lift too. I am glad you respect his wishes to be so independant, he has his Doxie pride to think of. What a great little dog, living the good life now (I went back & re-read how Bailey got to RDR, I had forgotten how awful his life was b4 you. Bless you.) Hope your summer and unpacking is going well. Thanks for all the great posts. Anne
Posted by: Anne in Florida | August 04, 2010 at 09:43 AM
Reminds me of a song by a local band here in town (and also the name of the band): The Long Straight Forever. Smooches to you, sweet little Bailey!
Posted by: Heidi, Emmett the Beagle, and Moxie the kitty | August 04, 2010 at 09:43 AM
OMG
HOW CUTE IS HE!!!!
Posted by: gayle | August 04, 2010 at 09:04 AM
So glad Bailey is feeling better. That photo sure makes it look like that ramp might be more than he can handle. But he's a determined little guy and we're glad to see he can do it on his own; most of the time. Glad the weather is nice so all the animals can spend time outside. How are all the horses? Did they make the adjustment to the new grass without incident? And how about a photo of where they live now and also the cat house when you get a chance. Thanks!
Posted by: Barbara Ribinski | August 04, 2010 at 08:46 AM
OH HOW CUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Shirley * James/Portland, OR | August 04, 2010 at 12:18 AM
How sweet is that???
Posted by: Ellie Rose | August 03, 2010 at 09:11 PM
What a brave little guy.........I mean big guy.
Posted by: Ev | August 03, 2010 at 08:46 PM